The government is reforming energy retail markets to strengthen consumer protections and introduce a social energy tariff for vulnerable households, addressing market concentration and unfair pricing practices. Led by DESNZ and Ofgem under the Energy Act 2023, reforms target both domestic and small business customers who lack adequate protections. The policy is active with legislative bills and market reform consultations in progress.
Section 13 of the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”) provides powers for the Secretary of State to give support for meeting energy costs.
Section 13 of the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”) provides powers for the Secretary of State to give support for meeting energy costs.
Motion to Approve 11:49:00 Moved by Lord Whitehead: That the draft Regulations laid before the House on 23 February be approved. Relevant document: 54th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee . C onsidered in Grand Committee on 13 April. …
Considered in Grand Committee 16:00:00 Moved by Lord Whitehead: That the Grand Committee do consider the Energy Prices Act 2022 (Extension of Time Limit) Regulations 2026. Relevant document: 54th Report from the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee The Minister of State, …
These Regulations make amendments to the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2014) (the “ESO Regulations”); the Electricity Capacity (Supplier Payment etc.) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/3354) (the “Supplier Payment Regulations”); and the Nuclear Reg
These Regulations make amendments to the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2014) (the “ESO Regulations”); the Electricity Capacity (Supplier Payment etc.) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/3354) (the “Supplier Payment Regulations”); and the Nuclear Reg
These Regulations make provision about the securing of measures by the Scottish Ministers in compensation for any adverse environmental effects on a European site or a European offshore marine site caused by relevant offshore wind activity in the Scottish inshore …
These Regulations amend the Energy-Intensive Industry Electricity Support Payments and Levy Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/409) (“the 2024 Regulations”). The 2024 Regulations entitle eligible energy-intensive businesses to electricity support payments in respect of network charging costs and set out ho
Under section 165A(1) of the Energy Act 2023 (“the 2023 Act”) the Independent System Operator and Planner (“ISOP”) must have regard to those plans or documents designated as strategic plans under section 165A(2) (“designated strategic plans”) when carrying out functions …
These Regulations specify when certain carbon storage information and samples obtained by the Oil and Gas Authority (“the OGA”) under section 112 of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the 2023 Act”) may be disclosed, and amend regulation 9 of …
The MRF is established by the Secretary of State under section 292 of the Energy Act 2023, and in accordance with The Marine Recovery Funds Regulations 2025 (SI 2025, No. 1230).
These Regulations are made under section 292 of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) which enables the Secretary of State to make regulations providing for the establishment, operation and management of one or more marine recovery funds (“MRF”). An MRF …
These Regulations, which apply in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, amend the Clean Heat Market Mechanism Regulations 2025 (S.I. 2025/81), which established the low-carbon heat scheme known as the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (“CHMM”).
These Regulations bring into force on 2nd December 2025 specified provisions of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the Act”). These are the fourth set of commencement regulations under the Act.
These Rules set out the procedure for the conduct of T&S administration proceedings in England and Wales. T&S administration is a special insolvency regime specifically created for companies holding licences under section 7 of the Energy Act 2023.
UIN: HLWS980 My hon. Friend the Minister for Energy Consumers (Martin McCluskey) made the following Statement today:Today I am announcing Government plans to deliver stronger protections and a better deal for energy consumers. The Government is publishing our response...
These Regulations make amendments to the Electricity Capacity Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2043) (“the Principal Regulations”), and revoke provisions of the Principal Regulations, the Electricity Capacity (No. 1) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/862) and the Electricity Capacity (Amendment etc.) (Coronavi
These Regulations amend the Nuclear Installations Act 1965 (c. 57) (NIA 1965), as amended by Schedule 22 to the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (Schedule 22). Schedule 22 contains the amendments necessary to implement the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for …
These Regulations amend the Nuclear Installations Act 1965 (c. 57) (NIA 1965), as amended by Schedule 22 to the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (Schedule 22). Schedule 22 contains the amendments necessary to implement the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for …
These Regulations are made under Chapter 2 of Part 2 of the Energy Act 2013 (c. 32) (“the Act”), which enables the Secretary of State to make regulations about “contracts for difference” (defined in section 6(2) of the Act), for …
These Regulations prescribe the procedure by which the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (the “Authority”) may make a determination on a competitive basis of the person who is to be selected to be the code manager in relation to a …
UIN: HCWS648 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) Corporate Plan 2025/2026. This document will also be published on the ONR website. I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of …
These Regulations set out the requirements for the retention of carbon storage information and carbon storage samples by holders of carbon storage licences granted by the Oil and Gas Authority (“licensees”). “Carbon storage information” and “carbon storage samples” are defined …
These Regulations set out the requirements for the retention of carbon storage information and carbon storage samples by holders of carbon storage licences granted by the Oil and Gas Authority (“licensees”). “Carbon storage information” and “carbon storage samples” are defined …
These Regulations amend the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1100) (the “EBRS Regulations”) and the Energy Bills Discount Scheme Regulations 2023 (S.I. 2023/453) (the “EBDS Regulations”). The amendments achieve the same effects in relation to both Regulations. These …
These Regulations amend the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1100) (the “EBRS Regulations”) and the Energy Bills Discount Scheme Regulations 2023 (S.I. 2023/453) (the “EBDS Regulations”). The amendments achieve the same effects in relation to both Regulations. These …
This instrument amends the Electricity Capacity Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2043) (“the 2014 Regulations”).
These Regulations revoke and alter provisions of Regulation (EU) 2019/943 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 June 2019 on the internal market for electricity (recast) (EUR 2019/943) which relate to resource adequacy in the electricity sector, …
These Regulations are made under Chapter 1 of Part 4 of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) and establish a low-carbon heat scheme known as the Clean Heat Market Mechanism. The scheme operates during the period from 1st April 2025 …
These Regulations are made under section 6 of the Energy Act 2013 (c. 32), which enables the Secretary of State, for the purpose of encouraging low carbon electricity generation, to make regulations about “contracts for difference” (defined in section 6(2) …
This consultation invites feedback on a proposal to establish a regulatory framework for Third-Party Intermediaries ( TPIs) within the energy retail market and solicits stakeholders’ preferences among the outlined options. This consultation aims to gather input, especially from stakeholders di
These Regulations amend the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2014) (the “ESO Regulations”).
Paragraph 4 of Schedule 3 to the Energy Act 2023 (“the Act”) provides that where the economic regulator (the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority) is satisfied that a carbon dioxide transport and storage licence holder has contravened or is contravening …
Paragraph 4 of Schedule 3 to the Energy Act 2023 (“the Act”) provides that where the economic regulator (the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority) is satisfied that a carbon dioxide transport and storage licence holder has contravened or is contravening …
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, make provision for the selection by the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (the “Authority”) of a person to which a licence is to be granted to act as code manager in relation to …
UIN: HCWS162 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Annual Report and Accounts 2023-2024. This document will also be published on the ONR website. I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) …
This consultation invites feedback on a proposal to establish a regulatory framework for Third-Party Intermediaries ( TPIs) within the energy retail market and solicits stakeholders’ preferences among the outlined options. This consultation aims to gather input, especially from stakeholders di
These Regulations bring into force on 1st October 2024 specified provisions of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the Act”). These are the third set of commencement regulations under the Act.
These Regulations provide for the payment of compensation by the Secretary of State to third parties who suffer loss or damage in consequence of anything done by the Secretary of State in preparation for or in connection with the designation …
These Regulations provide for the payment of compensation by the Secretary of State to third parties who suffer loss or damage in consequence of anything done by the Secretary of State in preparation for or in connection with the designation …
These Regulations bring into force on 10th September 2024 specified provisions of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the Act”). These are the second set of commencement regulations under the Act.
These Regulations make amendments to primary, secondary and assimilated legislation in consequence of, or in connection with, the coming into force of certain provisions of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the Act”).
These Regulations amend the Contracts for Difference (Allocation) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2011) (“Allocation Regulations”), the Electricity Market Reform (General) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2013) (“EMR Regulations”), the Contracts for Difference (Definition of Eligible Generator) Regulations 2
Motion to Approve 11:52:00 Moved by Lord Callanan: That the draft Regulations laid before the House on 13 May be approved. The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (Lord Callanan) (Con): My Lords, this instrument …
These Regulations make provision in connection with the offering by a carbon dioxide transport and storage counterparty designated under section 59(1) of the Energy Act 2023 (“the Act”) of contracts for carbon dioxide transport and storage (referred to in section …
These Regulations make provision in connection with the offering by a carbon dioxide transport and storage counterparty designated under section 59(1) of the Energy Act 2023 (“the Act”) of contracts for carbon dioxide transport and storage (referred to in section …
Our plan to empower and protect retail energy consumers, through increased competition and transparency and enhanced consumer protection.
These Regulations make provision in connection with the offering by a carbon capture counterparty designated under section 67 of the Energy Act 2023 (“the Act”) of contracts for the capture of carbon dioxide by eligible carbon capture entities (referred to …
UIN: HCWS483 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Corporate Plan 2024/2025. This document will also be published on the ONR website. I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of the …
These Regulations amend the Energy Performance of Building Regulations 2012 (“the Principal Regulations”) in relation to data sharing.
These Regulations amend the Energy Performance of Building Regulations 2012 (“the Principal Regulations”) in relation to data sharing.
This call for evidence seeks views on the how Default Tariffs can support households in the future. It seeks views on design principles for future default tariffs, the types of default tariffs, and alternative future protections. Read the consultation document …
Under the Electricity Capacity (Supplier Payment etc.) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/3354, the “Supplier Payment Regulations”), electricity suppliers make payments (based on the amounts of electricity they supply) to fund payments to electricity capacity providers under the Capacity Market (provided f
Under the Electricity Capacity (Supplier Payment etc.) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/3354, the “Supplier Payment Regulations”), electricity suppliers make payments (based on the amounts of electricity they supply) to fund payments to electricity capacity providers under the Capacity Market (provided f
These Regulations amend the Energy Bills Discount Scheme Regulations 2023 (S.I. 2023/453) (the “EBDS Regulations”) and the Energy Bills Discount Scheme (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2023 (S.I. 2023/454) (“the EBDS NI Regulations”).
These Regulations amend the provisions of the Electricity Supplier Obligations (Amendment & Excluded Electricity) Regulations 2015 (the “2015 Regulations”) which concern EII excluded electricity. “EII excluded electricity” is electricity supplied to certain industrial users of electricity (energy-in
These Regulations amend the provisions of the Electricity Supplier Obligations (Amendment & Excluded Electricity) Regulations 2015 (the “2015 Regulations”) which concern EII excluded electricity. “EII excluded electricity” is electricity supplied to certain industrial users of electricity (energy-in
These Regulations make provision setting out the entitlement of certain persons to electricity support payments and how such payments are to be funded (through a levy on electricity suppliers) and administered. Claims made in respect of any month will be …
Regulation 3 designates the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and its subsidiary Magnox Ltd. as persons required to make changes to relevant nuclear pension schemes in order to introduce reform of those schemes in accordance with section 311(1) of the Energy Act …
Regulation 3 designates the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and its subsidiary Magnox Ltd. as persons required to make changes to relevant nuclear pension schemes in order to introduce reform of those schemes in accordance with section 311(1) of the Energy Act …
This call for evidence seeks views on the how Default Tariffs can support households in the future. It seeks views on design principles for future default tariffs, the types of default tariffs, and alternative future protections. Read the consultation document …
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, make provision regarding the compensation determination by an independent valuer under a transfer scheme relating to the establishment or functioning of the Independent System Operator and Planner established under Part 5 of the …
These Regulations amend the Independent System Operator and Planner Transfer Scheme Compensation Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/125) (the “Compensation Regulations”), to correct an error in the commencement provision of the Compensation Regulations.
These Regulations amend the Independent System Operator and Planner Transfer Scheme Compensation Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/125) (the “Compensation Regulations”), to correct an error in the commencement provision of the Compensation Regulations.
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish proposals for a social tariff for energy.
These Regulations amend the Energy Act 2023 (Commencement No. 1) Regulations 2024 to omit regulation 3(b). As a result, section 303 and, insofar as it is not already commenced by regulation 2(e) of those Regulations, section 304 of the Energy …
These Regulations amend the Energy Act 2023 (Commencement No. 1) Regulations 2024 to omit regulation 3(b). As a result, section 303 and, insofar as it is not already commenced by regulation 2(e) of those Regulations, section 304 of the Energy …
These Regulations bring into force specified provisions of the Energy Act 2023 (c. 52) (“the Act”). These are the first set of commencement regulations under the Act.
These Regulations make provision in connection with the offering by a hydrogen production counterparty designated under section 65 of the Energy Act 2023 of contracts for the production of hydrogen by eligible low carbon hydrogen producers (referred to in the …
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish proposals for a social tariff for energy.
This policy paper sets out the government’s vision for modernising the economic regulation of the utilities sectors.
UIN: HCWS38 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Annual Report and Accounts 2022-2023. This document will also be published on the ONR website.I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of …
Part 2 of this Order amends the Enterprise Act 2002 (Merger Fees and Determination of Turnover) Order 2003 (S.I. 2003/1370) (“the 2003 Order”). The 2003 Order provides for merger fees to be payable in respect of mergers that are assessed …
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
This call for evidence aims to increase our understanding of domestic consumers who receive their energy via a non-domestic contract (defined as contracts which are typically used to serve non-residential properties, such as businesses or charities), the reasons for those …
As the main interface between consumers and the energy system, the energy retail market has the potential to play a positive role in supporting decarbonisation and ensuring that consumers see the benefits. However, if this is to happen, we need …
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
In response to: Delivering a better energy retail market
This call for evidence aims to increase our understanding of domestic consumers who receive their energy via a non-domestic contract (defined as contracts which are typically used to serve non-residential properties, such as businesses or charities), the reasons for those …
As the main interface between consumers and the energy system, the energy retail market has the potential to play a positive role in supporting decarbonisation and ensuring that consumers see the benefits. However, if this is to happen, we need …
Government’s vision for the future energy retail market and a package of targeted reforms.
UIN: HCWS846 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Corporate Plan 2023/2024. This document will also be published on the ONR website.I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of the Energy …
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, establish the Energy Bills Discount Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Great Britain (“EBDS”). EBDS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, establish the Energy Bills Discount Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Great Britain (“EBDS”). EBDS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations, which apply in Northern Ireland, establish the Energy Bills Discount Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Northern Ireland (“EBDS”). EBDS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations make provision for the pass-through requirement in relation to the Energy Bills Discount Scheme (EBDS) in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The pass-through requirement is imposed on a person who supplies and charges for the supply …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bills Discount Scheme (EBDS) Regulations 2023 in England, Wales and Scotland (S.I. 2023/453) and in Northern Ireland (S.I. 2023/454). Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (as …
These Regulations make provision about the Energy Bills Discount Scheme for Non-Standard Customers in Great Britain and Northern Ireland (“the Scheme”) by which the Secretary of State provides non-domestic customers with financial assistance to meet costs related to the use …
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial Originated in the Lords.
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the application scheme for Non-Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Assistance is provided under “scheme agreements”, which are contracts formed between the Secretary of …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the application scheme for Non-Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Assistance is provided under “scheme agreements”, which are contracts formed between the Secretary of …
These Regulations amend the Electricity Supplier Obligations (Amendment & Excluded Electricity) Regulations 2015 to allow reduced levels of accounting information to be submitted by new companies that are applying for an EII certificate. The amendments also allow certain applicants for …
This instrument amends the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations S.I. 2014/2014 (the “2014 Regulations”) and the Electricity Supplier Obligations (Amendment & Excluded Electricity) Regulations S.I. 2015/721 (the “2015 Regulations”). Those Regulations make provision
This instrument amends the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations S.I. 2014/2014 (the “2014 Regulations”) and the Electricity Supplier Obligations (Amendment & Excluded Electricity) Regulations S.I. 2015/721 (the “2015 Regulations”). Those Regulations make provision
These Regulations amend the Health and Safety and Nuclear (Fees) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/1378) (“the 2022 Regulations”) to make various changes to the fees fixed or determined by those Regulations.
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Non-Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (defined in regulation 2) and establish that they must …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Alternative Fuel Payment in England and Wales and Scotland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (defined in regulation 2) and establish that they must pass-through an Alternative …
These Regulations make provision about the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Standard Customers in Great Britain and Northern Ireland (“the Scheme”) by which the Secretary of State provides certain non-domestic customers with financial assistance to meet costs related to the …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bills Support Scheme and Alternative Fuel Payment in Northern Ireland (EBSS AFP NI). Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (defined in regulation 2) and establish that …
These Regulations amend the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Pass-through Requirement (Heat Suppliers) (England and Wales and Scotland) Regulations 2022 (“the GB Regulations”) and the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Pass-through Requirement (Heat Suppliers) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2022 (“the NI Regulation
These Regulations amend the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Pass-through Requirement (Heat Suppliers) (England and Wales and Scotland) Regulations 2022 (“the GB Regulations”) and the Energy Bill Relief Scheme Pass-through Requirement (Heat Suppliers) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2022 (“the NI Regulation
Ofgem’s proposals have drawn a range of reactions from stakeholders across the sector.17 We received written evidence from suppliers who told us that they welcomed aspects of Ofgem’s proposals to improve financial resilience, such as raising capital adequacy requirements and …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme in Northern Ireland (NI EBRS) and the Energy Price Guarantee in Northern Ireland (NI EPG). Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (as defined …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme in Northern Ireland (NI EBRS) and the Energy Price Guarantee in Northern Ireland (NI EPG). Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (as defined …
These regulations designate certain schemes under the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”). Regulation 2 designates a domestic electricity price reduction scheme for Northern Ireland for the purposes of section 6 of the Act. Regulation 3 designates a …
These regulations designate certain schemes under the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”). Regulation 2 designates a domestic electricity price reduction scheme for Northern Ireland for the purposes of section 6 of the Act. Regulation 3 designates a …
These Regulations make provision for the pass-through requirement in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Northern Ireland (NI EBRS). The pass-through requirement is imposed on a person who supplies and charges for the supply of …
These Regulations make provision for the pass-through requirement in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Northern Ireland (NI EBRS). The pass-through requirement is imposed on a person who supplies and charges for the supply of …
UIN: HLWS346 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Annual Report and Accounts 2021-2022. These documents will also be published on the ONR website.I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of …
These Regulations, which apply in Northern Ireland, establish the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Northern Ireland (“EBRS”). EBRS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations, which apply in Northern Ireland, establish the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Northern Ireland (“EBRS”). EBRS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, establish the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Great Britain (“EBRS”). EBRS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations, which apply in Great Britain, establish the Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Non-Domestic Customers in Great Britain (“EBRS”). EBRS is a scheme for reducing the costs, to non-domestic customers, of being supplied with electricity or gas (“energy”) by …
These Regulations make provision for the pass-through requirement in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) in England and Wales and Scotland. The pass-through requirement is imposed on a person who supplies and charges for the supply of heating …
These Regulations make provision for the pass-through requirement in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) in England and Wales and Scotland. The pass-through requirement is imposed on a person who supplies and charges for the supply of heating …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bills Support Scheme (EBSS) and the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) in England and Wales and Scotland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (defined in regulation 2) …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bills Support Scheme (EBSS) and the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) in England and Wales and Scotland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (defined in regulation 2) …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) in England and Wales and Scotland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (as defined in regulation 2) and establish that they must …
These Regulations make provision for pass-through requirements in relation to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) in England and Wales and Scotland. Pass-through requirements are imposed on a “relevant intermediary” (as defined in regulation 2) and establish that they must …
These Regulations designate certain schemes and bodies under the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”).
These Regulations designate certain schemes and bodies under the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) (“the Act”).
Section 5 of the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) provides for the establishment of schemes to reduce the amount that would otherwise be charged for domestic electricity and gas supply to customers in Northern Ireland. These Regulations define the …
Section 5 of the Energy Prices Act 2022 (c. 44) provides for the establishment of schemes to reduce the amount that would otherwise be charged for domestic electricity and gas supply to customers in Northern Ireland. These Regulations define the …
UIN: HCWS348 Energy Supply Company Special Administration Regime for Bulb Energy Limited; sales processI am today updating the House on the Mergers and Acquisition process for Bulb Energy Limited (‘Bulb’) in special administration.Bulb Energy Ltd (‘Bulb’) was taken in...
UIN: HLWS341 My Right Honourable friend the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has today made the following statement:Energy Supply Company Special Administration Regime for Bulb Energy Limited; sales processI am today updating the House o...
Third Reading 15:45:00 Moved by Lord Callanan: That the Bill be now read a third time. The Lord Privy Seal (Lord True) (Con): My Lords, I have it in command from His Majesty the King to acquaint the House that …
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis. Originated in the Commons.
Committee Relevant documents: 14th Report from the Delegated Powers Committee and 4th Report from the Constitution Committee 15:30:00 Clause 1: Domestic energy price reduction schemes for Great Britain Clause 1 agreed. Clause 2: GB electricity scheme: supplementary provision Amendment 1 …
Report Relevant document: 14th Report from the Delegated Powers Committee and 4th Report from the Constitution Committee 20:38:00 Report received. House adjourned at 8.39 pm.
Second Reading 17:00:00 Moved by Lord Callanan: That the Bill be read a second time. 14th Report from the Delegated Powers Committee, 4th Report from the Constitution Committee The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy …
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis. Originated in the Commons.
First Reading 15:20:00 The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed.
A Bill to establish an Energy Equity Commission to prepare a strategy for the UK Government to help manage energy costs for households, businesses, non-profit organisations and public services by endi
Second Reading 18:44:00 The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (Mr Jacob Rees-Mogg): I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time. I am glad that the House has agreed to the amended …
Proceedings resumed (Order, this day). Considered in Committee . [Dame Rosie Winterton in the Chair ] Clause 1 Domestic energy price reduction schemes for Great Britain 19:31:00 Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill. The First Deputy …
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis.
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis.
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis.
A Bill to make provision for controlling energy prices; to encourage the efficient use and supply of energy; and for other purposes connected to the energy crisis.
This instrument amends the Contracts for Difference (Allocation) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2011) and the Electricity Market Reform (General) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2013). Those Regulations form part of the legislative framework underpinning the Contracts for Difference (“CFD”) scheme under se
UIN: HCWS241 Together with the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Baroness Stedman-Scott, I am today laying in Parliament the Post-Implementation Review (the Review) of Part 3 of the Energy Act 2013 (EA 2013). The Review was …
A Bill to make provision about energy production and security and the regulation of the energy market, including provision about the licensing of carbon dioxide transport and storage; about commercial
These Regulations impose duties on landlords of residential premises in respect of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. The Regulations amend the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 (“the 2015 Regulations”) to extend the current duties and to impose …
UIN: HLWS113 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Corporate Plan 2022/2023. This document will also be published on the ONR website. I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of the …
Prior to IP Completion Day, nuclear safeguards in the United Kingdom were regulated by the EURATOM treaty as amended by the Treaty of Lisbon, which was signed on 13th December 2007, and by Commission Regulation (EURATOM) 302/2005 (OJ L 54 …
UIN: HCWS356 The Domestic Gas and Electricity (Tariff Cap) Act 2018 enables the default tariff (price cap) on standard variable and default energy tariffs to be extended on an annual basis up to end of 2023 at the latest. These …
UIN: HLWS342 My Right Honourable friend the Minister of State for Energy, Clean Growth and Climate Change (Greg Hands) has today made the following statement:The Secretary of State will be using powers under the Energy Act 2013 to increase the …
In the December 2020 Energy White Paper, the Government announced its enduring plans to address the factors that have caused excessive charging for default tariff consumers in the domestic energy retail. We are: Creating the framework to introduce an opt-in …
We're seeking views on how the government should incrementally introduce an opt-in switching scheme and test opt-out switching.
These Regulations make amendments to the Electricity Capacity Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2043).
In the December 2020 Energy White Paper, the Government announced its enduring plans to address the factors that have caused excessive charging for default tariff consumers in the domestic energy retail. We are: Creating the framework to introduce an opt-in …
We're seeking views on how the government should incrementally introduce an opt-in switching scheme and test opt-out switching.
This strategy sets out our vision of the role of the retail market in achieving net zero.
As part of the Future energy market review, we’re seeking views on our vision for future of the energy retail markets, including key opportunities and challenges.
UIN: HLWS197 Later today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Annual Report and Accounts 2020-2021. These documents will also be published on the ONR website.I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of …
UIN: HCWS217 Today I will lay before Parliament two consultation papers on competition issues which respond to proposals that have been put to Government in recent years from a variety of stakeholders. This includes those directly commissioned by Government from …
UIN: HLWS212 My Right Honourable friend the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (Kwasi Kwarteng) has today made the following statement:Today I will lay before Parliament two consultation papers on competition issues which respond to propos...
UIN: HLWS67 Today I will lay before this House the Office for Nuclear Regulation Corporate Plan 2021/2022. This document will also be published on the ONR website.I can confirm, in accordance with Schedule 7, Section 25(3) of the Energy Act …
UIN: HCWS494 Later today, the annual report to Parliament setting out the use of the Secretary of State’s powers exercised to the Office for Nuclear Regulation during the year, will be published.This is in accordance with Section 108(1) of the …
These Regulations make amendments and modifications to the application of the Electricity Capacity Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2043) (“the Principal Regulations”) and revoke provisions of the Electricity (No. 1) Capacity Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/862).
These Regulations amend the Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) Regulations 2014 (S.I. 2014/2014) (the “2014 Regulations”) which impose obligations on persons who supply electricity in Great Britain. CFD (Contracts for Difference) are contracts which the CFD counterparty, a p
As part of the Future energy market review, we’re seeking views on our vision for future of the energy retail markets, including key opportunities and challenges.
As part of the Future energy market review, we’re seeking views on our vision for future of the energy retail markets, including key opportunities and challenges.
Government and Ofgem are conducting a joint review of the current energy retail market design, to ensure that it is fit for the future and puts consumers first.
Commons Amendment 20:15:00 Motion A Moved by Lord Henley: That this House do not insist on its Amendment 1 and do agree with the Commons in their Amendment 1A in lieu. 1A: After Clause 8, insert the following new Clause— …
Consideration of Lords amendment. After Clause 8 Ongoing relative tariff differential 15:30:00 The Minister for Energy and Clean Growth (Claire Perry): I beg to move, That this House disagrees with Lords amendment 1. Mr Deputy Speaker (Sir Lindsay Hoyle): With …
Report 16:34:00 Clause 1: Cap on standard variable and default rates Amendments 1 and 2 not moved. Amendment 3 Moved by 3: Clause 1, page 2, line 20, at end insert— “(8) Subject to subsections (9) to (12), sections 11C …
Committee 15:30:00 The Deputy Chairman of Committees (The Countess of Mar) (CB): My Lords, if there is a Division in the Chamber while we are sitting—an unlikely possibility—the Committee will adjourn as soon as the Division Bells are rung and …
First Reading 15:06:00 The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed.
Consideration of Bill, not amended in the Public Bill Committee New Clause 1 Ongoing relative tariff differential “(1) The Secretary of State may, during the term of the tariff cap conditions being in place, develop, ready for implementation, a relative …
A consultation on proposals to improve and refine Ofgem’s enforcement powers so it is better equipped to protect consumers.
This annual update sets out the progress government has made over the past year on the policy mechanisms implemented under the formerly titled Electricity Market Reform (EMR) programme as set out under part 2 of the Energy Act 2013.
A consultation on proposals to improve and refine Ofgem’s enforcement powers so it is better equipped to protect consumers.
A consultation on proposals to improve and refine Ofgem’s enforcement powers so it is better equipped to protect consumers.
This annual update sets out the progress government has made over the past year in implementing Electricity Market Reform set out under part 2 of the Energy Act 2013.
Consultation on the proposed energy efficiency regulations under the Energy Act 2011 for the non-domestic private rented sector.
Consultation on the proposed energy efficiency regulations under the Energy Act 2011 for the non-domestic private rented sector.
Consultation on the proposed energy efficiency regulations under the Energy Act 2011 for the non-domestic private rented sector.
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun Originated in the Commons.
Commons Reason 15:39:00 Motion A Moved by Baroness Verma: That this House do not insist on its Amendment 105, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reason 105A. 105: Page 125, line 3, at end insert— “(iii) substantial pollution …
Returned from the Commons. The Bill was returned from the Commons with certain Lords Amendments agreed to, and with the remaining Lords amendment disagreed to, with a reason. It was ordered that the Commons amendment and reason be printed. (HL …
[Relevant documents: First Report from the Energy and Climate Change Committee, Session 20 12-13, on the Draft Energy Bill: pre-legislative scrutiny, HC 275, and the Government response, Cm 8504 ; Oral Evidence taken by the Energy and Climate Change Committee, …
Third Reading 16:03:00 Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Con): My Lords, I have it in command from Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales to acquaint the House that they, having been informed of the …
20:48:00 The Minister of State, Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (Michael Fallon): I beg to move, That the period on the expiry of which proceedings on the Energy Bill shall lapse in pursuance of paragraph (13) of Standing Order …
Report (3rd Day) 16:42:00 Relevant documents: 5t h, 6th, 9th and 11th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee . Clause 122: Designation of statement Amendment 92A Moved by 92A: Clause 122, page 92, line 11, at end insert “including the …
Report (3rd Day) (Continued) 20:52:00 Clause 135: Consumer redress orders Amendment 104B Moved by 104B: Clause 135, page 104, line 5, at end insert— “( ) Within six months of the coming into force of this section, the Secretary of …
Report (2nd Day) 15:22:00 Relevant documents: 5t h, 6th, 9th and 11th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee . Clause 43: Power to modify licence conditions etc: market participation and liquidity Amendment 59A Moved by 59A : Clause 43, page …
Report (1st Day) 15:22:00 Relevant documents: 5t h, 6th, 9th and 11th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee . Clause 1: Decarbonisation target range Amendment 1 Moved by 1: Clause 1, page 2, line 4, leave out subsection (5) and …
Report (1st Day) (Continued) 20:45:00 Clause 6: Regulations to encourage low carbon electricity generation Amendment 6 Moved by 6: Clause 6, page 6, line 4, at end insert “or (CFD notification: offer to contract on standard terms)” The Parliamentary Under-Secretary …
Order of Consideration Motion 15:56:00 Moved by Baroness Verma: That the amendments for the Report stage be marshalled and considered in the following order: Clauses 1 to 7, Schedule 1, Clauses 8 to 38, Schedule 2, Clauses 39 to 41, …
Committee (9th Day) 12:01:00 Clause 38 : Investment contracts Amendment 55ALA Moved by 55ALA: Clause 38, page 22, line 4, at end insert— “( ) This section shall cease to have effect two years following enactment.” Baroness Worthington: I think …
Committee (8th Day) 14:00:00 Amendment 55AB Moved by 55AB: After Clause 14, insert the following new Clause— “Regulations: backstop power purchase agreements (1) Regulations made under section 6 must include provision under which— (a) every eligible generator who is a …
Committee (7th Day) 15:32:00 Clause 23 : Capacity auctions Amendment 53B not moved. Amendment 53BA Moved by 53BA: Clause 23, page 15, line 25, at end insert— “( ) for payments under capacity agreements to be commenced by the settlement …
Committee (6th Day) 14:00:00 Clause 5 : General considerations relating to this Part Amendment 51N Moved by 51N: Clause 5, page 5, line 9, at end insert— “(f) to give priority to demand side management and demand reduction measures in …
Committee (5th Day) 15:30:00 Amendment 51B Moved by 51B: After Clause 136, insert the following new Clause— “Long-term energy policyEnergy Investment Advisory Board (1) There shall be body corporate known as the Energy Investment Advisory Board. (2) The role of …
Committee (4th Day) 14:00:00 Clause 132 agreed. Amendment 50J Moved by 50J: After Clause 132, insert the following new Clause— “Fuel poverty (1) The Warm Homes and Energy Conservation Act 2000 is amended as follows. (2) After section 1 insert— …
Committee (3rd Day) 15:30:00 The Deputy Chairman of Committees (Lord Geddes): My Lords, it is now half-past three. As is usual on these occasions, I have to advise the Grand Committee that if there is a Division in the Chamber …
Committee (2nd Day) 14:00:00 The Deputy Chairman of Committees (Viscount Simon): My Lords, if there is a Division in the Chamber while we are sitting, the Committee will adjourn as soon as the Division Bells are rung and resume after …
Committee (1st Day) 15:30:00 The Deputy Chairman of Committees (Lord Brougham and Vaux): My Lords, good afternoon and welcome to the first day in Grand Committee on the Energy Bill. There will be no Divisions, so it will be an …
Order of Consideration Motion 15:08:00 Moved by Baroness Verma: That it be an instruction to the Grand Committee to which the Energy Bill has been committed that they consider the Bill in the following order: Clauses 1 to 4, Clauses …
Second Reading 15:08:00 Moved by Baroness Verma: That the Bill be read a second time. The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department of Energy and Climate Change (Baroness Verma): My Lords, this Energy Bill comes at a critical time for the …
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun Originated in the Commons.
First Reading 15:37:00 The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed.
[2nd Allocated Day] Further consideration of Bill, as amended in the Public Bill Committee Clause 1 Decarbonisation 12:39:00 Mr Tim Yeo (South Suffolk) (Con): I beg to move amendment 11, page 1, line 4, after ‘ensure’, insert— ‘that a decarbonisation …
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun
[1st Allocated Day] [Relevant Documents: First Report from the Energy and Climate Change Committee, Session 2012-13, on the Draft Energy Bill: pre-legislative scrutiny, HC 275, and the Government response, Cm 8504, Oral Evidence taken by the Energy and Climate Change …
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun
Second Reading Madam Deputy Speaker (Dawn Primarolo): Before I call the Secretary of State to move Second Reading, may I say to all hon. Members that there is a very long list of Members who have indicated that they wish …
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun
To make provision for or in connection with reforming the electricity market for purposes of encouraging low carbon electricity generation or ensuring security of supply; for the establishment and fun
A Bill to require energy companies to provide the cheapest available tariff to customers aged 75 or over; and for connected purposes.
Julie Hilling (Bolton West) (Lab): 20. What plans he has to provide support for households in meeting the cost of energy bills. The Minister of State, Department of Energy and Climate Change (Charles Hendry): I refer the hon. Lady to …
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
Diana Johnson (Kingston upon Hull North) (Lab): 17. What recent representations he has received on the level of consumer protection afforded by provisions of the Energy Bill. The Minister of State, Department of Energy and Climate Change (Gregory Barker): Robust …
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private Originated in the Lords.
A Bill to make provision for the arrangement and financing of energy efficiency improvements to be made to properties by owners and occupiers; about the energy efficiency of properties in the private